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| Description: This Buttonhole Clasp is made using the Vertical Larks Head knot. It's also listed in the Micro-Macrame section, on the page called Jewelry Clasps. You can use this design to make bracelet and necklace clasps, using fine cord. To make a very nice belt buckle using a large fancy button, all you need is thicker cord. |
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Step 1: Cut 2 cords, each at least 45 inches long. In an actual pattern, the working cord should be cut longer than the holding cord. Secure both cords to your project board, vertically.
In these images, the yellow strand is the holding cord, also called the "core". The green one is the working cord. You can click on them to see a larger image, which comes up in a new window. |
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Step 2: Tie the first half of a Vertical Larks Head knot with the working cord, onto the holding cord.
To do so, pass the working cord over, then under the holding cord. It should end up going over itself on the far left. The first knot should be at the center of the cords. |
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Step 3: Tie the second half of the Vertical Larks Head knot by directing the working cord under the holding cord. Pass over it, and under itself on the far left.
Both steps equal one knot. |
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Step 4: Tie 3 or more knots, depending on the size you need.
For example: If you need a 2-inch clasp, tie enough knots in the first half, to make it 1-inch in size. |
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Step 5: Turn the first half of the design around, and tie the same number of knots for the second half. This way the Larks Heads are balanced on either side of the center point. |
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Step 6: Secure the center of the Buttonhole Clasp design to your board. Bend it to create a circle. Use the same working cords to tie a tight Square Knot around the two holding cords.
On the other end of the item, attach a button, bead or tie a decorative knot to form the clasp. |
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